What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais is to bus and train which costs €30 - €70 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Calais. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Calais Frethun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Calais?

The distance between Rotterdam and Calais is 351 km. The road distance is 279.3 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Calais without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €75 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Rotterdam to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Calais train from?

Rotterdam to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Calais train arrive?

Rotterdam to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Calais is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Rotterdam to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Calais?

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Rotterdam to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and car ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, car, train (Eurostar), or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
4h 41m
€78–138
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
5h 34m
€33–69
Drive 279.3 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calaiscar 279.3 km
3h 8m
€50–72
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 2m
€50–128
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Doverbus N814
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
10h 46m
€52–112

Rotterdam to Calais by train

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4h 41mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351.2 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Calais Frethun in around 4h 41m.

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